- `Abdu'l-Bahá `Abbás, by Necati Alkan (2021). Abdu’l-Bahá’s life story, from his childhood in Iran and as an exile for 60 years in the Ottoman Empire; his unique station, unequalled in religious history; travels in the West; achievements and contributions to the expansion of His Father’s religion.
- About the Bahá'í Faith: Introductory Sources, by Various (n.d.). Starting places for studying the Bahá'í Faith: introductory books, articles, and magazines etc.
- "And universal peace —"" in what Book is this written?": How and Why 'Abdu'l-Bahá Identified "New" and Distinctive Bahá'í Principles, by Christopher Buck (2022-09). Reflections on ‘Abdu’l-Bahá's answer to the question "What has Bahá’u’lláh brought that we have not heard before?"
- Appreciations of the Bahá'í Faith, by Various, Author unknown, comp. (1941). Excerpts from books, magazines, newspaper articles, and testimonials.
- Bahá'í: History, Beliefs, Practices, Theological Exchanges, and Current Issues, by Christopher Buck (2014). Brief overviews of Bahá'í history and thought.
- Bahá'í Faith: The Basics, by Christopher Buck (2021). Introduction "What is the Bahá'í Faith?", front-matter, and back-matter.
- Baha'i Faith: Overview, by Robert Stockman (2011).
- Bahá'í Faith, The: Sect or Religion?, by Udo Schaefer, Gerald C. Keil, trans. (1988). Lengthy study defining the distinguishing features of the Bahá'í Faith as contrasted with other contemporary religious movements.
- Bahá'í Faith, The: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990/2017). Basic Bahá'í teachings, beliefs and principles.
- Baha'i Faith, The: The Emerging Global Religion, by William S. Hatcher, Douglas Martin (1985/2011). Overview of Bahá'í history and teachings, designed as an introductory textbook. Available in English or in Persian.
- Bahá'í Faith, The, by Paula R. Hartz (2002/2009). Overview of Bahá'í history, teachings, and scripture, with many photographs and illustrations; part of a "World Religions" series aimed at high school students. (Offsite.)
- Bahá'í Faith, The, by Mary Perkins, Philip Hainsworth (1980). An introductory book for people new to the Bahá'í Faith, in audiobook format.
- Bahá'í Faith, The, by Christopher Buck (2012).
- Bahá'í Faith, The, by Robert Stockman (2008).
- Bahá'í Faith, The: How It Began: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990/2012). A very short introduction to Bahá'í history.
- Bahá'í History, by Moojan Momen, Peter Smith (1993). A general survey of the history of the Bahá'í Faith, including a brief overview of main events in Bábí and Bahá'í history. Next, a series of themes that have developed throughout Bahá'í history is examined.
- Bahá'í House of Worship, The: The Dawning-Place of the Mention of God, by Bahá'í World (2025-04-21). Explores the spiritual and social significance of Bahá’í Houses of Worship, tracing the history of their global emergence and their role in fostering community worship, unity, and service. Includes chart showing comparative dimensions of the temples.
- Bahá'í Reference Libraries in Multiple Languages (2025). Collection of links to worldwide websites providing texts of the Bahá'í Writings and literature online in various languages.
- Bahá'í Sacred Writings, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Bahá'í World Centre, comp. (2025-07). A comprehensive collection of selections from the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh and the Writings and utterances of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, representing the range of the Bahá’í teachings.
- Bahá'í Studies videos, by Peter Smith (2013). Twelve introductory videos about Bahá'í history, practice, and teachings.
- Baha'i Studies Youtube Playlist, by Peter Smith (2020). Link to Smith's videos on Bábí and Bahá'í history: Emergence of the Bábí movement; Bábí conflict and collapse; development of a new religion; Bahá'u'lláh; Bahá'í beliefs and practice; geo-cultural breakthroughs; expansion of the Bahá'í Faith.
- Bahá'í: A Way of Life for Millions, by Lerone Bennett Jr. (1965). Article reprinted from 1965 Ebony Magazine article and made into pamphlet for mass distribution.
- Bahá'ís, The: Contributing to an Emerging Global Civilization, by Bahá'í International Community (2017). A popular magazine-format introduction to the Faith produced by the Office of Public Information of the Bahá’í International Community.
- Bahá'ís, The, by Westwind Pictures (2016). Documentary presenting a unifying vision of religion through diverse voices, highlighting global efforts to foster community, unity, and spiritual transformation in today’s world. 45 minutes.
- Bahá'u'lláh and the New Era, by John E. Esslemont (1980). The classic introductory text on the Bahá'í Faith focusing on Bahá'í teachings and the lives of the Bab, Bahá'u'lláh, and Abdu'l-Bahá.
- Bahá'u'lláh's Teachings on Spiritual Reality, Paul Lample, comp. (1996). The quest for spirituality, the spiritual life, material and spiritual reality, the progress of the soul and humanity’s spiritual education.
- Bahá'u'lláh, the Messenger of God: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990). Short biography of Bahá'u'lláh with scriptural excerpts.
- Bahá'u'lláh, The Promised One: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990). A very brief introduction to some of the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh.
- Bahāʾī Faith, by The Editors of Encyclopædia Britannica (2024-12-23).
- Brief Course on the Bahá'í Faith, A, Bahá'í World Centre, comp. (1993). Basic themes and beliefs of the Bahá'í Faith, explained succinctly, with glossary and study questions.
- Brief History of the Bahá'í Faith, Local Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Boise, Idaho, comp. (1996-11-25). Chronology of major events in Bahá'í history from 1844 to 1996.
- Central Figures of the Baha'i Faith, by Moojan Momen (2019). Momen explores the life of the founder of the Baha’i Faith, as well as the lives of his forerunner and successor. He delves into the key events concerning their beliefs and teachings and reflects on their legacy (archived copy, original offline).
- Compare: Bahá'í Faith, Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Author unknown, comp. (2009-08-09). Comparison charts of statistics, basic beliefs, origins, and history.
- Consultation: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990/2010).
- Convincing Answers to Your Questions about ..., William Sears, ed. (1962). Introductory pamphlet about the Bahá'í Faith, including brief solutions to some of "the problems afflicting mankind in what is regarded as the most turbulent period in history."
- Dear Parent ... a Message to a non-Bahá'í Parent: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (2000). A letter written to the parents of British Bahá'í converts to dispel anxiety and misinformation.
- Divine Art of Living, The, by The Báb, Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Mabel Hyde Paine, comp. (1944/2006). Collection of thematically arranged quotations.
- Elements of a Global Spiritual Endeavor (1996 - 2021), by Various (2025-04-21). Seven separate articles constituting "Chapter 2" of Bahá'í World v. 35, on the development of the Bahá'í community since 1996 and insights that have been gained along the way.
- Faith of Bahá'u'lláh, The: A World Religion, by Shoghi Effendi (1947-07). A summary of the origin, teachings and institutions of the Bahá'í Faith, prepared in 1947 for the United Nations Special Committee on Palestine by Shoghi Effendi in his capacity as Head of the Bahá'í Faith.
- For the Betterment of the World: The Worldwide Bahá'í Community's Approach to Social and Economic Development, by Office of Social and Economic Development (2003/2008/2018/2023). Essays, photographs, and overviews of local projects around the world, illustrating how Bahá'í principles are being carried out in practice, prepared by the Office of Social and Economic Development of the Bahá'í International Community.
- For the Student of Religion, by Bahá'í International Community (1985/2006). Adapted from William S. Hatcher and Douglas Martin's The Bahá'í Faith: The Emerging Global Religion (1985), for posting at bahai.org (2006).
- Glad Tidings of Bahá'u'lláh, The: Being Extracts from the Sacred Writings of the Bahá'ís, by Bahá'u'lláh, George Townshend, comp. (1949/1975). A compilation with some notes, on the topics of building the world, God’s command and exhortation, proclamation of the day of God, and the journey of the soul.
- Global Community, A, by Bahá'í World (2025-04-21). The global Bahá’í community advances unity, social transformation, and spiritual principles through systematic learning, community-building, and inclusive, grassroots action worldwide; overview of 1996–2021.
- God, Nature of: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1994). The nature of God in the Bahá'í Faith.
- Good Message, The, by Rúhíyyih Rabbání (1960/1961). A simplified rendering of themes in Shoghi Effendi's translation of Gleanings, used in Africa as a practical tool for achieving the central goal of Ruhiyyih Khanum's life: sharing the Baha'i teachings with others (Hutchison, 2000).
- Guide to Pronunciation, A, by Darius K. Shahrokh (1992). Pronunciation of Persian and Arabic words, clearly explained and enunciated for a non–Persian-speaking audience.
- Health and Healing: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1989/1996).
- Hidden Gifts: Finding Blessings in the Struggles of Life, by Brian Kurzius (2007). Compilation of Bahá'í texts on the purpose of problems and tests in our lives.
- I am a Bahá'í, by Guy Murchie (1958-07-13). Newspaper article: "An Exotic Faith Has Built One of the World's Great Temples Here. A Believer Tells What That Faith Means to Him."
- Importance of Religion, The: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (2015).
- Introduction: Aims and Purposes of the Bahá'í Faith, by David Hofman (1986). Introduction to this Bahá'í World volume.
- Introduction to the Baha'i Faith, by Peter Smith (2019). A look at the central features of the Baha’i Faith, including its history, and the key beliefs, organisation and world-view of the Baha’i community (archived copy, original offline).
- Introduction to the Bahá'í Faith, An, by Bahá'í International Community (n.d. (2005)). An easy-to-read but thorough overview of Bahá'í history and teachings, in e-book and PDF, adapted from the extensive introductory material at info.bahai.org.
- Introduction to the Bahá'í Tradition, by Author unknown (1997/2009). Brief overview of the Báb and Bahá'u'lláh; worldwide expansion; affirming oneness; feast and fireside; human equality; and becoming a Bahá'í.
- Is the Bahá'í Faith a World Religion?, by Seena Fazel (1994). Examination of the terms "world religion" and "new religious movement" to demonstrate that the Bahá'í Faith is best categorized as a "world religion."
- Letter to the World's Religious Leaders: In multiple languages, by Universal House of Justice (2002-04). Letter proclaiming the importance of eliminating religious prejudices and calling for a deeper acceptance of religious unity. Online available in 30 languages.
- Letter to the World's Religious Leaders, by Universal House of Justice (2002-04). Letter proclaiming the importance of eliminating religious prejudices and calling for a deeper acceptance of religious unity.
- Life after Death: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (2002).
- Life of Service — Following the Example of Abdu'l-Bahá, A: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (2021). Service to humanity as a spiritual duty, a form of worship, and the path to personal and collective happiness.
- Life of the Báb, The, by Omid Ghaemmaghami (2021). Historical overview of the biography of the Báb; included as an excerpt of the book provided by Google Books.
- Map of the Travels of Baha'u'llah, National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of the Hawaiian Islands, comp. (1991). The progressive exiles of Bahá'u'lláh through the Middle East. Includes timeline.
- Marriage, Bahá'í: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1992). Bahá'u'lláh said everyone should marry. Marriage unites the physical and spiritual in a "fortress for well-being" and provides for the nurturing of children. People should choose partners carefully. Discusses the ceremony, solving problems and divorce.
- New Garden, The: An Introduction to the Bahá'í Faith, by Hushmand Fatheazam (2002). A widely-shared introductory text summarizing Bahá'í history and teachings.
- New Institution of Learning, A: The Training Institute, by Bahá'í World (2025-04-21). The Bahá’í training institute builds capacity for individual and community transformation through study, service, and collective learning.
- Oceans of Light: The Major Works of Bahá'u'lláh, by Robert Stockman (2010). PowerPoint presentation on the scope, style, and history of the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh.
- One Human Race: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1993). Brief introduction of ideas related to the Bahá'í concept of the oneness of mankind.
- Oriental Words in Bahá'í Literature, Transliteration, and Pronunciation, Author unknown, comp. (1986). Guide to spelling and pronunciation of Arabic and Persian words encountered in Bahá'í history and writings.
- Powerpoints for Deepening, by Duane Troxel (2004-2014). 26 presentations in Powerpoint format, on a variety of topics covering Bahá'í history, Central Figures, teachings, and relationship with Islam.
- Prayer and Meditation: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990/2009).
- Primary Source Texts Related to the Covenant, by Bahá'u'lláh, Abdu'l-Bahá, Shoghi Effendi, Universal House of Justice (2021-11). Collection of some essential writings central to understanding the Bahá'í Covenant.
- Progressive Revelation and Oneness of Religion, by William Sears (1972 (?) / 2018). A videotaped talk (possibly from 1972), along with a shorter animated 2018 presentation prepared by a graphic designer for the Bahá'í Journeys website.
- Promise of World Peace, The, by Universal House of Justice (1985-10). Call to global unity, affirming peace as humanity’s next evolutionary stage and urging moral, spiritual, and collective responsibility for its realization. Distributed to many leaders, politicians and prominent individuals since its writing in 1985.
- Promise of World Peace, The: In multiple languages, by Universal House of Justice (1985-10). Call to global unity, affirming peace as humanity’s next evolutionary stage and urging moral, spiritual, and collective responsibility for its realization. Available in 35 languages.
- Religion in an Ever-Advancing Civilization, by Bahá'í International Community (2017). On the unity of humanity and the decline and renewal of religion.
- Religions Are One: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1993).
- Science and Religion: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1995-10).
- Scriptures of Different Faiths, The, by Pritam Singh (1942). Overview of Hindu, Buddhist, Zoroastrian, Christian, and Islamic scriptures, emphasizing their teachings and significance across diverse religious traditions.
- Security for a Failing World, by Stanwood Cobb (1934). An overview of the influence of religion on the world and its relation to modern problems. Bahá'í precepts are included in the text withoutthe work being a strictly introductory work on the Bahá'í Faith.
- Short Introduction to the Bahá'í Faith, A, by Moojan Momen (1997-04-24). An introduction to the teachings, beliefs, practices, and history of the Bahá'í Faith.
- Short Introduction to the Bahá'í Faith, A, by Peter Smith (2013). Summary prepared for the Virginia Commonwealth University website on religious movements. Includes short history, doctrines and beliefs, Bahá'í practices, issues and challenges, and references.
- Soul, Life of the: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990).
- Statement on Bahá'u'lláh, A, by Bahá'í International Community (1992-05). Introduction to the life and work of Bahá'u'lláh, released in 1992 in honor of the centenary of his death, at the request of the Universal House of Justice.
- Story of the Prophets, by Farnaz Ma'sumian (2013). Biographies of nine Manifestations, from Abraham to Bahá'u'lláh. Designed for junior youth by a retired professor of world religions, it provides a compact source of information on the founders of the world's major religions in readable language.
- Suffering, The Meaning of: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990).
- Tablet to the Central Organization for a Durable Peace, The Hague (Lawh-i-Hague), by Abdu'l-Bahá, Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (2019 [1919-1920]). Updated, authorized translation of both Tablets, described by Shoghi Effendi as of "far-reaching importance," was despatched to Executive Committee for a Durable Peace at The Hague by a special delegation.
- Teaching Bahá'í History in Schools: A Resource Material, by Boris Handal (2010). A self-contained lesson addressing the history and growth of the Faith and the lives of the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh, designed for primary-school students in the broader community; contains learning objectives, learning activities, and audio-visual resources.
- Thief in the Night: The Case of the Missing Millennium, by William Sears (1961). In the early 19th-century there was world-wide and fervent expectation that during the 1840s the return of Christ would take place. Did this happen, or was it all a dream?
- Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1989-2021). A series of brochures for seekers and new Bahá'ís explaining basic Bahá'í teachings.
- Way to World Peace, The: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (2015).
- Why Are We Here: Meaning of Life: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (2003).
- Women, The Status of: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1995). Overview of the status of women in education, marriage, and the future.
- Words of Inspiration: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1992).
- World of the Bahá'í Faith, The: Excerpts, Robert Stockman, ed. (2021). Comprehensive reference book on the Bahá’í Faith. Select articles as shared by their authors; front-matter and excerpt as shared by Google books.
- World Peace: Warwick Leaflets, by Warwick Bahá'í Bookshop (1990/2009).
- Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, The, by Steven Phelps (2021).
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